In response to Third Lady Xiao's blatant recruitment attempt, Yan Er himself didn't feel much, but the people on Ah Jiu's side clenched their fists. They knew Yan Er was from Beiyan and even a top scholar of his generation. Weren't these pirates brazenly snatching him right in front of their faces, an act of contempt?
Indeed, even a tiger on the plain gets bullied by dogs. Would Third Lady Xiao dare to be so presumptuous if this were in Beiyan? Courting death!
"Third Lady Xiao's great favor is my good fortune," Yan Er said with a smile, "but my family elders eagerly await my return. As a son, how can I not fulfill my filial duties? I can only disappoint Third Lady Xiao's kindness!"
"Speaking in such flowery words and not knowing how to appreciate favors. It's your honor that our big leader takes a liking to you." A young fellow shouted angrily.
